1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 34 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1200 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Taft | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |