2006 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1977 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
