2009 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 535 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
