2003 BMW 545 vs. 1979 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1979 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
