2008 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 735 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | X5 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
