1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 738 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2010 BMW 760 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Volare | 760 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3211 mm |