1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. 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 X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Rocky | X5 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2933 mm |
