2007 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 26 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, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 530 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
