1998 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
