1981 BMW 745 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 910 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 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 745 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
