2004 BMW 320 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 33 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 920 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, 2004 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
