2005 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant

To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1972 Plymouth 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 750 1972 Plymouth Valiant
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 750 Valiant
Year Released 2005 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 5562 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 363 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 102.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 84.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2750 mm


 

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