1979 BMW 728 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 79 kg more than 1979 BMW 728. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 728 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
