1981 BMW 628 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 BMW 628 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
