2008 BMW 335 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 32 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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 (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 335 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
