1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 30 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 1165 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 BMW 545 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charmant | 545 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |