1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Mirada | 316 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |