1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 112 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1500 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
