1999 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, both 1999 BMW 320 and 1999 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW 320 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 1999 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 320 1999 Daihatsu Charade
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model 320 Charade
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 845 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2400 mm


 

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