1998 BMW 740 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, both 1998 BMW 740 and 1998 Daihatsu Mira were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 740 | Mira |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |