2007 BMW 325 vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 325 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
