2008 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Naked

To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 650 2003 Daihatsu Naked
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model 650 Naked
Year Released 2008 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 659 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 60.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 37 L


 

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