1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Sedan.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. 1974 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Sedan | 335 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
