2008 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. 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, 2008 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
