1996 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 735 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
