2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
