1991 BMW M12 vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 23 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M12 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
