1982 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 325 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 325 | Fellow |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2100 mm |
