1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 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 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 2004 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 480 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
