2009 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 730 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |