1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Delta | 530 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |