1992 BMW 332 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 332 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
