1983 BMW 725 vs. 1972 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 1972 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 725 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
