2009 BMW 550 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1974 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 550 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1166 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |