2008 BMW 750 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 944 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 750 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |