1978 BMW 725 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1978 BMW 725 is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 725 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
