2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1971 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
