2004 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545.
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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | Chronos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3330 mm |
