2003 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 747 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
