2009 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
