2005 BMW 520 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
