1993 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 346 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.

Because 1993 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 1993 BMW M3. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1993 BMW M3 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make BMW Plymouth
Model M3 Voyager
Year Released 1993 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 281 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2880 mm


 

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