1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Valiant | 120 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
