2006 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
