1985 BMW M5 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
