1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 32 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), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1415 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Taft | X5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2934 mm |
