1990 BMW 518 vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 518 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 518 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |