1983 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
