2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 82 L |