1959 BMW 600 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 600 | Charade |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 991 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 | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2370 mm |