1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1982 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1982 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1982 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Delta | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Delta | 740 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3070 mm |