1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 BMW 318 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Compagno | 318 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |