2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 4 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
