2004 BMW 630 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
