1988 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
