1995 BMW S3 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 19 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | S3 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
