1992 BMW 538 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 538 | 300 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |