2004 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 325 | VIP |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
