2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 910 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 2012 BMW 525 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 2012 BMW 525. 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Naked | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Naked | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |