1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 38 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 165 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Valiant | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |