2009 BMW 745 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
