1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2013 BMW M5

To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 44 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 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 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 1030 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 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 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Daihatsu Compagno 2013 BMW M5
Make Daihatsu BMW
Model Compagno M5
Year Released 1969 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