2008 BMW 630 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 630 | Delta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1075 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 |