1981 BMW 518 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 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 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1981 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1981 BMW 518. 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 518 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:
| 1981 BMW 518 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 518 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
