2009 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1972 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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
