2009 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1982 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 530 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2200 mm |
