1971 BMW 3 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 3 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
