2009 BMW 130 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 130 | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |