1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 32 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2045 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maybach |
Model | Charmant | 62 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3830 mm |