2012 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chrysler 300 | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | 300 | 730 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |