1959 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 601 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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 Express (399 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4798 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3940 mm |
