1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Daytona | X5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2934 mm |
