1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502.
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 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 1502 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 1502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1502 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
