2004 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 28 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1255 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.
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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X5 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2030 mm |
