1998 BMW 728 vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 728 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
