2008 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 1060 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 335 | Mira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
