1991 BMW M12 vs. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 229 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M12 | Consorte |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |