2005 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 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 52 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1974 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
