1993 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |