1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 BMW 2800 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 1969 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2800 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
