1994 BMW 520 vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 520 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 1994 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 520 | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
