1980 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 628 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
