1985 BMW 324 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 324 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
