1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Opti | 528 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
