2007 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | 160 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
