1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Spirit | 116 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
