2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 535 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 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
