1998 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 318 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |