2007 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 318 | Mirada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |