2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Lumina | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
