1962 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 35 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 185 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1997 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 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 | 660 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2400 mm |
