1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 35 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 965 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 160 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2855 mm |
