2007 BMW 328 vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
