2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 730 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 1996 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Charade | 730 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
