2001 BMW M vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 26 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | M | Volare |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |