1992 BMW 518 vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1992 BMW 518 is newer by 11 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 518 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
