2005 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 325 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1615 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 |
