1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 725 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 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 160 | 530 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1790 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 |