2009 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 320 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
