1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Newport | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
