1957 BMW 600 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |
