1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Chronos | 550 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2969 mm |
