1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 2800 | Volare |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |