2001 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
