1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 160 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2940 mm |
