2007 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
