1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1602 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
