1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z8 and 1999 Daihatsu Naked were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z8 | Naked |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 37 L |
