1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Spirit | 125 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
