1998 BMW M vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M | Terios |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 46 L |
