1988 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M6 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
