1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Trail Duster | 630 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |