1994 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
