1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1998 BMW Pickster 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 1998 BMW Pickster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | Pickster | Neon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
