1988 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 741 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 530 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 1988 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 2008 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 530 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
