1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Volare | 325 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |