2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z9 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3060 mm |
