1977 BMW 528 vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 528 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |