2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
