2009 BMW 550 vs. 1977 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1977 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 550 | Centura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1981 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
