2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | Z4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
