1996 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1996 BMW 530 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 1996 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 530 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |