1989 BMW 850 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 850 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |