1986 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 735 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1603 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
