1994 BMW 840 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 2 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 950 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 1994 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 840 | Opti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 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 | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
