2008 BMW 116 vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 116 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
