1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 160 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
