1972 BMW 520 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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 Valiant (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
