1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 562 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Trail Duster | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
