1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 35 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1125 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Charmant | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
