1985 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 BMW M6.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M6 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | M6 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |