1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | 530 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
