1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1974 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 Daihatsu Consorte | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Consorte | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
