1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 36 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Sedan | X5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2934 mm |
