1957 BMW 600 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 635 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
