1980 BMW M1 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1974 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:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M1 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
