1974 BMW 518 vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1974 BMW 518 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 518 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 518. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 518 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
