1998 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 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 311 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
