1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 37 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, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 433 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Volare | 730 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |