1975 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1975 BMW 316 and 1975 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 316 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |