1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Taft | 330 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 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 |
