1976 BMW 630 vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 630 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
