1977 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 BMW 530.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 530 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
