1972 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3
To start off, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | ESX 3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
