2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 528. (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 528 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 254 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |