2007 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 330 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
