1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Plymouth Volare | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Volare | 120 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |