1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1994 Alpina B 12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1994 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 1994 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alpina B 12 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B 12 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
