2001 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, both 2001 BMW 740 and 2001 Chrysler Cirrus were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (231 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 740 | 2001 Chrysler Cirrus | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 740 | Cirrus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 231 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |