2010 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 325 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
