2007 BMW 120 vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Dodge 3700 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
