1950 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Chrysler Windsor | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Windsor | 125 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
