2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daihatsu Naked 2013 BMW 3 Series
Make Daihatsu BMW
Model Naked 3 Series
Year Released 2001 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 658 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 271 Nm
Engine Bore Size 68.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.7 :1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1961 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1395 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 61 L