2009 BMW 335 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 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 171 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 1979 Nissan Cherry
Make BMW Nissan
Model 335 Cherry
Year Released 2009 1979
Engine Size 2496 cc 988 cc
Horse Power 215 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2400 mm