2005 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 330 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
