2008 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 1977 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1977 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
