1980 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 BMW 316. 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 316 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 316 | Volare |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |