1959 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |
