1978 BMW M1 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M1 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 50 L |
