1983 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Dodge 3700 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
