2007 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
