1990 BMW 518 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 1990 BMW 518 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | 518 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2673 mm |
