2009 BMW 125 vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 30 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 125 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
