2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | Vanquish | Charmant |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |