1988 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 109 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 1988 BMW M3 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 1988 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, 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 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | M3 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |