1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Cuore | 330 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2770 mm |
