2004 BMW 630 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
