1957 BMW 600 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1984 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2330 mm |
