1982 BMW 328 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 328. (210 Nm). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 328. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1953 Plymouth Cambridge has manual transmission. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 328 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 328 | Cambridge |
Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1395 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |