2011 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 300 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
