1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charmant | 535 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2968 mm |