2008 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 316 | Centura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
