2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dacia Duster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster, 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dacia Duster | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Dacia | BMW |
| Model | Duster | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2660 mm |
