1994 BMW 740 vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, both 1994 BMW 740 and 1994 Plymouth Voyager were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 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 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 740 1994 Plymouth Voyager
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 740 Voyager
Year Released 1994 1994
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2860 mm


 

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