1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 42 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Centura | 120 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |