1975 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 520 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
