1996 BMW 840 vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 840 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3533 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
