1961 BMW 700 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1980 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 700 | Delta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2200 mm |