1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo 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:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Turbo | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3440 mm |
