1989 BMW 850 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 850 | Naked |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
