2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 583 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
