1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1975 Chrysler 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Valiant | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
