1995 BMW M5 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | M5 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |