1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW Z4 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 2004 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Charade | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
