1988 BMW 524 vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 BMW 524.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 524. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 524 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
