2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 621 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z3 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
