2009 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | M3 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |