1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Charmant | 550 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3066 mm |
