2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 25 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z9 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
