1972 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | Touring | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |