2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 7 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, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. 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 650 (609 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
