1983 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 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:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
