1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 14 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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Chronos | 520 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2968 mm |
