1973 BMW 3 vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 534 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 1973 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 3 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
