2001 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 318 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
