2008 BMW 630 vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3020 mm |
