1959 BMW 507 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 507 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
