1993 BMW 856 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 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:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 856 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
