1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Cuore | 525 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2968 mm |
