2004 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
