1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daimler 4.2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Daimler | BMW |
| Model | 4.2 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
