1996 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2003 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2003 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 745 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
