1980 BMW M1 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 4 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 4 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
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 (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M1 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
