1975 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1975 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:
| 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Consorte | 335 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
