2008 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 325 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
