1959 BMW 600 vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 797 cc, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 600 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2230 mm |