2009 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
