1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Compagno | M5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 4395 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2889 mm |