1979 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Omni | 335 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |