2004 BMW 630 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 BMW 630. 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
