1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Centura | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
