2009 BMW X6 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |
