1996 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 21 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 893 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
