1974 BMW 3 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
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 (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 3 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
