1997 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. 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) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 850 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3052 mm |
