1994 BMW 518 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 518 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |