1988 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
