2008 BMW 120 vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2008 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
