1976 BMW 630 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 42 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
