1998 BMW 845 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 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 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 143 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 845. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 845 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 845 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 845 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 845 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
