1979 BMW 732 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 300 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 1979 BMW 732. 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | 732 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2673 mm |
