1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 1600 | Sirion |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |