1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 996 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charmant | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |