2009 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 335 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
