2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 1 Series 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 2012 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Materia | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |