1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1095 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Cuore | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |
