1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 95 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 1609 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1918 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
