1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Taft | 335 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2761 mm |