1988 BMW 520 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 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 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 150 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
