2007 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 320 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
