1994 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 952 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 740 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 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 740 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
