2005 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
