2007 BMW M vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 BMW M. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
