1995 BMW M5 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 42 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | M5 | Cambridge |
Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |