2004 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 25 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, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 525 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |