2008 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 325 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
