1996 BMW 535 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 535 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |