2006 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
