2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2392 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
