2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 19 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |