1979 BMW 628 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 628 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 1979 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 628 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2160 mm |
