2009 BMW 120 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 120 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
