2009 BMW 135 vs. 1999 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1999 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 135 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6450 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
