1977 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia 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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | 520 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
