2000 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1977 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
