1993 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 1 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 725 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 1993 BMW M5 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 M5. 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M5 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
