1975 BMW 315 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 BMW 315.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 315. 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, 1975 BMW 315 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 315 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 315 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
