1994 BMW M5 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M5 | Newport |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |