1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
