1960 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 66 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 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 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2330 mm |
