2006 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1980 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
