2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 876 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
