1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Lumina | 320 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
