1993 BMW 840 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 840 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 840 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 840 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
