2009 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
