1987 BMW 750 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
