2004 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1982 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 BMW 525 (237 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
