2004 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 325 | Fury |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
