1996 BMW 540 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 540 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
