2009 BMW 335 vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.

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2009 BMW 335 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
Make BMW Datsun
Model 335 100A Cherry
Year Released 2009 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 988 cc
Horse Power 215 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 36 L