1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 45 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 105 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 1966 BMW 1600 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 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1600 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
