1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 3.3 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2030 mm |
