2005 BMW 730 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Newport. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
