1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Cherry | 118 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |