1990 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 BMW 730.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 730 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |