1994 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX

To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.

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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 730 1968 Plymouth GTX
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 730 GTX
Year Released 1994 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 7206 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 215 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1597 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 72 L


 

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