1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 39 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charmant | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |
