2007 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
