2009 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 20 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 1000 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 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 335 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2160 mm |
