1996 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 290 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3533 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
