1999 BMW 740 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 740 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |