1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 528 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Mira | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
