1994 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1972 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
