1998 BMW 730 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
