1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 38 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Valiant | 125 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |