2005 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |