1986 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
