1981 BMW 745 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 3 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 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 182 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 716 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.
Because 1981 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 745 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |