1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1981 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 X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Taft | X5 |
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 | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2934 mm |