1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charmant | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3100 mm |
