1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1999 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. 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 275 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 879 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1999 Daewoo Matiz, 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1999 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | Dinan | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
