2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
