2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | Z4 | Volare |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |