1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Rocky | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2855 mm |
