1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler 1609 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 1609 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
