2009 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 1977 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 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:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1977 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
