1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1945 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 818 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maybach |
| Model | Charmant | 57 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3400 mm |
