2007 BMW 545 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
