1999 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
Because 1999 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 1999 BMW M5. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | M5 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |