1977 BMW 728 vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 268 kg more than 1977 BMW 728.
Because 1977 BMW 728 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 728 | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 728 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |