1986 BMW M5 vs. 1978 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1978 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M5 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |