1992 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Le Baron would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (152 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 576 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Le Baron | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Le Baron | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
