1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1999 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 37 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 29 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1999 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 1500 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
