2009 BMW 650 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 650 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
