1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 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 530 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Taft | 530 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2968 mm |
