2009 BMW 528 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 528 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
