2009 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 525 | Fellow |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |