2009 BMW 730 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 23 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 1100 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 2009 BMW 730 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 2009 BMW 730. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 730 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
