2006 BMW 745 vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 745 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 2006 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt, 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 745 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |
