1961 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |
