2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | Z3 | Valiant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |