2004 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 325 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
