1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 506 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Because 1979 BMW M1 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 1979 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Voyager | M1 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |