2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | Convertible | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
