2007 BMW 550 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 550 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
