1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Sedan | X1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
