2006 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 36 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, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
