2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 483 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z4 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
