2008 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 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:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
