2007 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Centura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
