1977 BMW 520 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
