2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 824 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
