2008 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |
