1971 BMW 3 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1971 BMW 3 and 1971 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 3 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |