2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 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 2010 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Copen | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
