1999 BMW M28i vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M28i | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
