1991 BMW M12 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 20 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, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M12 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
