2008 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
