1990 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |