1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 20 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1300 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 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Opti | 650 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |