1999 BMW V12 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 24 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | V12 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
