1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1971 Chrysler 160. 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 160 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
