2003 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. 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 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Consorte |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |