1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 847 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW M3 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 2011 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Charade | M3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2761 mm |
