1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Daihatsu | Bentley |
Model | Charmant | Continental |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3065 mm |