1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Dinan | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
