2008 BMW 330 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1953 Plymouth Cambridge has manual transmission. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 330 | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3569 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
