1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | Pickster | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |