1988 BMW 316 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 316 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
