1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 28 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Pickster | Centura |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3533 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
