1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1973 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1974 BMW 2.8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2.8 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
