1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 15 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1385 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.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Mira | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
