1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Compagno | 128 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2659 mm |