2000 BMW 528 vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 528 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
