2005 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
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 (461 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
