2008 BMW 328 vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 328 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 328 Town & Country
Year Released 2008 1968
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 7206 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 231 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 68 L


 

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