2001 BMW M vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 655 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
