1994 BMW 854 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion 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 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 BMW 854 | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 854 | Sirion |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |