1990 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |
