1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1983 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Taft | 328 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2761 mm |
