2009 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 325 | VIP |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |