1992 BMW 332 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 14 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 332 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
