1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 1600 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
