1990 BMW 730 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 is newer by 19 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
