2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 444 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alpina | Mira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |
