1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 132 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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 1965 BMW 700. 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 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Mira | 700 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
