1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Valiant | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
