2009 BMW 750 vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 19 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 462 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 2009 BMW 750 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 750. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 750 Voyager
Year Released 2009 1990
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 363 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2860 mm


 

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