2009 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 19 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 530 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |