1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 575 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charmant | 120 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |