2008 BMW 130 vs. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Because 2008 BMW 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 130 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
