1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Windsor | 118 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
