2007 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 320 | Fellow |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 59 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2100 mm |
