2009 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 335 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |