1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Volare | 316 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |