1996 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 803 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 745 | 1609 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |