1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Malibu | 118 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
