2008 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 M3 (400 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M3 | Naked |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
