1987 BMW M6 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1975 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
