2006 BMW 545 vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 545 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3687 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
