1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft 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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Taft | 335 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
