1993 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 22 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 275 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M5 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
