1992 Plymouth Colt vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt, 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, 2011 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Colt | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Colt | 520 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
