1992 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 332 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
