2007 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Metro
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1998 Chevrolet Metro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Metro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
