1992 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1967 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW M3 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model M3 Compagno
Year Released 1992 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 282 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2230 mm


 

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