2003 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 318 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
