2004 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 759 kg more than 1975 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 M3 (350 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M3 | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |