2009 BMW 635 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 635 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
