1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Valiant | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
