1977 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP) has 362 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Horizon | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Horizon | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 437 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
