1956 BMW 503 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 BMW 503 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 1956 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 503 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2160 mm |
