2000 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 525 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |