1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 1190 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 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Cuore | 520 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2968 mm |
