1977 BMW 520 vs. 1977 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, both 1977 BMW 520 and 1977 Chrysler Avenger were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1977 BMW 520 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1977 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 520 | Avenger |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |