2009 BMW 550 vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1963 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 550 | Compagno |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |