1998 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
