1992 BMW 540 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 540 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1650 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
