2008 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
