1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1600 | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
