1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 1992 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 850 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2690 mm |
