1998 BMW M vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 204 kg more than 1998 BMW M. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
