2009 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 2 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Lumina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |