1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Avenger | 335 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2761 mm |
