1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2800 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
