2009 BMW 650 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 650 | Mira |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |