1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Daytona | 535 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
