2008 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
