1979 BMW 628 vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1979 BMW 628 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1965 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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 628 | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 628 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |