2009 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1976 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2930 mm |
