1979 BMW 628 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1979 BMW 628.
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 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 628 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
