1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 2 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1500 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
