1982 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 895 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
