1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 15 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Chronos | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 651 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3210 mm |