1953 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 203 kg more than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1953 Chrysler Windsor | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Windsor | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
