1962 BMW 700 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 265 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 700 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2340 mm |