1994 BMW 854 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 BMW 854. (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 854. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1994 BMW 854. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 854. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 854.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 854 | 300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3052 mm |