2003 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 629 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Compagno |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |