2009 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 330 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 958 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
