1991 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1971 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, 1991 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
