1985 BMW 628 vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1985 BMW 628 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 BMW 628.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 628 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2930 mm |
