1994 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 740 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
