1999 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 926 kg more than 1971 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 M5 (499 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
