2008 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 37 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
