2009 BMW 118 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 118 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
