1974 BMW 3 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 3 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
