2009 BMW M5 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 921 kg more than 1978 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M5 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |