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BMW 850Ci vs Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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1997 BMW 850Ci

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2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Overview

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Selected trim850CiLS
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Transmission5-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasflex-fuel (FFV)
Model year19972007

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet Monte CarloLS
MSRP$0 (best)$21,015
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Combined MPG15 MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG12 MPG19 MPG (best)
Highway MPG19 MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank23.8 gal (best)17 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Horsepower322 hp (best)211 hp
Torque361 lb-ft (best)214 lb-ft
Engine size5.4 L (best)3.5 L
CylindersV12V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Seating5 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume9.5 cu ft15.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,288 lbs3,461 lbs (best)
Wheelbase105.7 in110.5 in (best)
Length188.2 in196.7 in (best)
Width73 in (best)72.9 in
Height52.8 in55.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet Monte CarloLS
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 850CiChevrolet Monte Carlo
1

850Ci

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LS

$21,015 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LT

$22,625 MSRP

3

SS

$27,740 MSRP

BMW 850Ci vs Chevrolet Monte Carlo FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 850Ci vs 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 850Ci starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on horsepower in this comparison (322).
Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).