1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2856 mm |
