1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Volare | 523 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
