1959 BMW 700 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
