2006 BMW 118 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 118 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
