1995 BMW 318 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 318 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
