1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 BMW X1

To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 476 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 2013 BMW X1
Make Chrysler BMW
Model Town & Country X1
Year Released 1968 2013
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10:01:00
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4484 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2044 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1545 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 63 L


 

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