2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 82 L |