2008 BMW 535 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 33 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 720 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
