2003 BMW 520 vs. 1977 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Sedan.
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, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 1977 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1977 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
