1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Centura | 316 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
