2009 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
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2009 BMW M3 | 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Consorte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |