1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 160 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
