2005 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 1974 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1974 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2930 mm |
