1958 BMW 600 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2400 mm |
