2007 BMW 120 vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 73 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 314 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 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 | 1356 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3060 mm |
