2001 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW M3 1970 Daihatsu Compagno
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model M3 Compagno
Year Released 2001 1970
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 326 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2230 mm


 

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