2004 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 BMW M6 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 2004 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW M6 1996 Plymouth Breeze
Make BMW Plymouth
Model M6 Breeze
Year Released 2004 1996
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4998 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L


 

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