2003 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 24 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 690 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 325 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
