1983 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 7 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 525 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |