1994 BMW 854 vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 854 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 854 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
