1996 BMW 725 vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 725 | Volare |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |