2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW Z3 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 2002 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Naked | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
