1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1370 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.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Taft | X6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2934 mm |
