2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Convertible | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
