2009 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 325 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
