2008 BMW 328 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 328 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
