2001 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
