1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Daihatsu Compagno | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Compagno | 125 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |