1999 BMW Breyton vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1999 BMW Breyton is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 BMW Breyton.
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 Breyton (746 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Breyton | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Breyton | Newport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5210 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
