1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | Z3 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |