1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1800 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 1962 BMW 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 1800 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
