2010 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M6 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 2010 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon, 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon. 1999 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW M6 | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M6 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1377 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2781 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
