2004 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. 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 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
