2005 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 138 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 730 | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |