2012 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 520 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 520 | Neon |
Year Released | 2012 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |