1987 BMW 750 vs. 1954 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1954 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
