1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | Z3 | Volare |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |