2008 BMW 120 vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 535 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
