1996 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 17 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 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 76 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 540 | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |