1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
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1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Consorte | 520 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |