2007 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 330 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |