1993 BMW 840 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 840 | Mira |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |