1996 BMW 540 vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 540 | Mirada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |