1987 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 12 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 439 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
