2012 BMW 128 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 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 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 128 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | 128 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2673 mm |
