1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Sedan | 118 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
