2005 BMW 730 vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
