1999 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
