2008 BMW 130 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1981 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 130 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
