2008 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 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 64 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 300.
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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
