1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Valiant | Z4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |