1988 BMW 524 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 573 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 1988 BMW 524 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 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 524 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
