2002 BMW 332 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 332 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
