1993 Plymouth Colt vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Colt | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Colt | 740 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
