1997 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 850 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3048 mm |
