1995 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
