1994 BMW 750 vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger

To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1981 Chrysler Avenger has manual transmission. 1981 Chrysler Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 750 1981 Chrysler Avenger
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 750 Avenger
Year Released 1994 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2500 mm


 

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