1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1982 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 X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Taft | X3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |