1971 BMW 3 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 3 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
