2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis, 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 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Altis | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Altis | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |