2002 BMW 318 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 695 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, 2002 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
