1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 830 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
