2004 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 2004 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
