1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 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 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Centura | 640 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
