2008 BMW 120 vs. 1977 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 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, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1977 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2930 mm |
