2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Airflite | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
