1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 40 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 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Valiant | X1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |