1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause

To start off, both 1995 BMW Dinan and 1995 Daihatsu Applause were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 795 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 BMW Dinan 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 1995 BMW Dinan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW Dinan 1995 Daihatsu Applause
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model Dinan Applause
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 326 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 135 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2480 mm