1995 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M5 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
