1995 BMW 730 vs. 1973 Chrysler Sedan

To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Sedan.

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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730. 1973 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW 730 1973 Chrysler Sedan
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 730 Sedan
Year Released 1995 1973
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 4340 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2930 mm


 

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