2007 BMW 760 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 760 | Volare |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |