2007 BMW 328 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 33 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 328 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
