1977 BMW 528 vs. 1980 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 160. 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 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1980 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 528 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
