2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
