1989 BMW 750 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 6 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 1070 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 1989 BMW 750 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 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 43 L |
