2009 BMW 120 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 120 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
