1993 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1975 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M5 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |