1985 BMW 324 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 6 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 324 | Volare |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 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 |