2011 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 530 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 530 | 300 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1492 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |