1972 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2004 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | Touring | Copen |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 56.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |