1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charade | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |