2007 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2007 BMW 550 | 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 550 | Consorte |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |