1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 944 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 2011 BMW 528. 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Mira | 528 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |