2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 760 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 2010 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 BMW 760 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Malibu | 760 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |