2007 BMW 118 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 546 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 118 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
