1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Mirada | 116 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
