2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |
