1999 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (460 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 5799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
