1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2400 mm |
