1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Newport | 316 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
