1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 645 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 2005 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Charade | 645 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
