1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 730 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 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Turismo | 730 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
