1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 160 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
