1998 BMW 323 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, both 1998 BMW 323 and 1998 Daihatsu Domino were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 323 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 1998 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino, 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 1998 Daihatsu Domino | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 323 | Domino |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |