2008 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 530 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
