1997 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 850 | 300 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 525 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |