1972 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
