2006 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X5 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
