2009 BMW 335 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 38 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 310 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 335 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
