2003 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 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 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
