1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1995 BMW 730

To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.

Because 1995 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 1995 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Acclaim 1995 BMW 730
Make Plymouth BMW
Model Acclaim 730
Year Released 1990 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 2793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 224 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1316 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2940 mm


 

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