1983 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 525 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |