2007 BMW 645 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 27 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1980 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 645 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2200 mm |
