1999 BMW 529 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l
To start off, both 1999 BMW 529 and 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 529 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 529. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (120 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 529 | Micros 3l |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1570 mm |
